The FDA Just Approved Another At-Home Test For STIs — This One For Syphilis
Reported syphilis cases rose 80 percent between 2018 and 2022.
The Future of Psychedelic Research Is In Limbo — Why the FDA’s Decision Changed Everything
With a big setback, what does the future hold for psychedelic drugs in science and everyday life?
Are Supplements FDA Approved? Inside the Wild West of Diet Pills and Protein Powder
The agency acknowledges that it is not able to test every weight loss supplement.
Lab-Grown Chicken Meat Was Just Approved By the FDA, But It Uses This Decades-Old Technique
In drug development, growing cells in culture is usually the first step before potential drug candidates can be tested in animals.
FDA panel gives OK to Pfizer vaccine: 3 things to know
The FDA Just Approved a Game-Changing OTC Birth Control Pill — Should You Switch to It?
The Opill contains a low dose of progestin at 0.075 milligrams per pill and has to be taken at the same time every day.
The FDA Just Approved OTC Hormonal Birth Control — Here’s When It Will Be Available
Opill becomes the first hormonal birth control pill in the United States to be approved for over-the-counter sale.
FDA just authorized Covid-19 vaccines for kids under 5. Here’s what parents need to know
The Biden Administration signaled it would like to have vaccines available for this group as soon as June 21.
We can finally test for the coronavirus at home — here's how it works
The FDA has approved a coronavirus test that can be sent to your door.
The FDA is losing the war on vaping to Instagram influencers
The FDA is trying to warn teenagers about vaping's health risks, but they're losing the war where it matters most.
FDA Banned This Food Additive, but E-Cigarettes Still Contain High Levels
"The FDA needs to implement regulations quickly and immediately."
Why the FDA Is Warning People Not to Drink "Miracle Mineral Solution"
"To be useful in the body, it has to kill germs, but not kill the body."
The War on Soy
“They are trailblazers, and to see them going backward is not good!”
As Indonesia Plans to Crack Down on Kratom, the FDA Denies Involvement
Indonesia's kratom industry almost exclusively feeds the US's appetite.
Investigation Reveals Major Changes in FDA Activity Under Trump Administration
"Industry may well take the message from this that the cop is not on the beat as often."
As the FDA Warns Kratom Sellers, Utah Takes a Proactive Approach
As regulation grows, the truth emerges: Kratom could benefit consumers, if used safely.
The First ADHD Device Approved by FDA Uses Electricity to Treat the Brain
A cell phone-sized device delivers a "tingling sensation" to the forehead to treat ADHD in kids.
How Carl’s Jr. Will Legally Sell a CBD Burger in Spite of FDA Disapproval
On 4/20, Denver residents can buy this burger for $4.20.
The US Government Wants to Change How Much Fluoride Is in Bottled Water
Some scientists don't think the change goes far enough.
CBD on Firm Ground Despite FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb’s Resignation
With his departure, CBD's legal status hangs in limbo.
US Government Issues Warning About Young Blood Plasma Transfusions
"We're concerned that some patients are being preyed upon by unscrupulous actors."
A Ketamine-Like Drug to Treat Depression Could Soon Gain FDA Approval
Esketamine meets an "unmet medical need."
CBD Crackdown: FDA Will Continue to "Closely Scrutinize" Risky Products
"This is the tip of the iceberg."
Maine Orders Removal of CBD Edibles From Stores, Citing Vague FDA Law
FDA reps said they "don't have any additional information to share."
DEA and FDA Remain Tight-Lipped on When Kratom’s Future Will Be Revealed
DEA official says the answer should already be clear.
FDA Menthol Ban: Scientific Report Suggests That Bans on Cigarettes Work
When Canadian provinces banned menthols, there was no evidence of illicit surges.
The FDA Confirms How It Views So-Called "Vitamin Vaping"
Are vitamin laden e-liquids supplements?
FDA "Breakthrough" Ruling on Magic Mushrooms, Explained by Scientists
"This is an important advance in bringing these compounds out of the dark ages."
FDA Cracks Down on Vape Liquid Spiked With Erectile Dysfunction Drugs
One product reportedly produced two-day-long erections.
Widely Used "Adulterated" Supplements Not Regulated by FDA, Say Scientists
"Time and time again, they simply don't get the job done."
